Transportation Operator

Join our team of dedicated and professional staff, and experience a collaborative, supportive work environment where your efforts are appreciated, and your growth valued. You will have the unique opportunity to work with some truly inspirational community leaders and collaborate with colleagues to accomplish organizational objectives, shaping the future of Grey Highlands together. If you are ready to immerse yourself in an enriching, fast-paced role and contribute to the continuing development of Grey Highlands, we are eager to hear from you.

What we offer:

• Employer-paid benefits package (extended health and dental care), including life insurance and an Employee Assistance Program
• Contributory Pension Plan (OMERS) eligibility for all employees
• Paid vacation days and personal days
• Training and Development Opportunities
• The Municipality of Grey Highlands is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees.

What you will do:

Reporting to the TPS Team Leader, or the Supervisor of Operations in the Team Leaders absence. The successful candidate will perform duties in accordance with departmental and corporate work plans and priorities, including but not limited to the following:

• Operating heavy equipment such as plow trucks, graders, backhoes for the proper maintenance of municipal roads and proper disposal of waste (gravel and pavement, concrete, ditches, culverts, bridges, guardrails, guideposts, signs, brushing, and tree cutting).
• Responsible for winter road maintenance, snow plowing and sanding.
• Providing safe conditions for the public when on municipal lands by the removal of ice, rubbish, tree limbs or other debris with the appropriate placement of all waste material in designated locations.
• Responsible for safe construction practices (gravel placement, dust reduction, traffic control) and following direction from the Foreman and Supervisor of Operations when completing road related tasks.
• Perform or support road patrols to assess road conditions and maintenance needs in accordance with provincial regulations and municipal policy as required.
• Responding to emergency calls (e.g., storms, accidents) to restore roads to pre-emergency conditions, subject to availability and in accordance with municipality policy.
• Report and record asset maintenance needs or repairs to team leader or manager in support of asset management. Assist with the maintenance of asset inventories and databases, as required.
• Construction and maintenance of Municipal trail networks.
• Maintaining equipment to ensure it is in good operational condition and safe for use.
• Communicating with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Completing site logs, as required.
• Assisting other departments as needed.
• Availability for weekends and holiday shifts is a requirement.

What the ideal candidate will possess:

• Completion of OSSD (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• Two (2) years experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment and machinery is preferred. Some training will be provided.
• Valid DZ Driver’s License Required with a clean drivers abstract.
• Working knowledge of the skilled operation of similar heavy equipment and machinery and ability to make minor adjustments and repairs on equipment used.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgement and initiative when dealing with coworkers, supervisors and the public.

What we will require:

• A Police Criminal Record Check satisfactory to the Municipality
• Proof of current valid driver’s license and clean Driver’s Abstract
• Proof of current and valid certificate(s) or educational qualifications, if applicable
• Three valid references for a background check

Candidates for the above position are invited to submit resumes, preferably by e-mail, referencing “Transportation Operator” prior to 4:00 PM on Monday, March 25, 2024 to Jackie Groves, Human Resources Coordinator, 206 Toronto St. South, PO Box 409, Markdale, ON N0C 1H0 careers@greyhighlands.ca

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all applicants. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

The Municipality of Grey Highlands is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment. Based on the nature of the position, pre-employment screening may be required including but not limited to; Criminal Record Searches, Financial Credit Inquiries; Educational and Credential Verification; Driver’s Abstracts; Drug/Alcohol Testing; Pre-Medical Testing and Investigative Employment References.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $25.70-$30.06 per hour

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-25